Camping near Seaford, Delaware offers outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the region's coastal plain that averages just 60 feet above sea level. With temperatures ranging from 30-90°F depending on season, campers experience a mid-Atlantic climate with summer humidity and mild winters. Sandy soils and pine forests characterize many camping areas within 20-30 miles of Seaford.
What to Do
Kayaking on Tuckahoe Creek: At Tuckahoe State Park Campground, visitors access the water between sites 46 and 48. "The walk to Tuckahoe Creek from the parking area is very short, and the creek leads to Tuckahoe Lake (no gasoline motors) with more of the creek on the other side of the lake," notes Mary S.
Disc golf course: Tuckahoe State Park features a complete course for disc golf enthusiasts. "There's a Nature Center, very nice campground and clean bath houses. Has events for children for Easter and at the Nature Center," explains Penny K., highlighting additional activities.
Mountain biking trails: Cape Henlopen State Park Campground offers extensive trail networks. "The trails are awesome and easy to walk or ride bikes on, with a few hills to muscle up, but it's mostly flat terrain and paved. There's a nature center nearby that also lets you borrow a bike for free if you didn't bring your own," shares Amanda R.
What Campers Like
Free bike rentals: Trap Pond offers complimentary bicycles for exploring. "Bike rentals are free (donations accepted), there are several hiking/biking/horse trails, disc golf, and canoe/kayak/peddle boat rentals (in season)," according to Lee D., who adds that 45-minute pontoon boat tours run weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Private campsites: For those seeking seclusion among dog friendly campgrounds near Seaford, Redden State Forest Campground offers a quiet experience. "Secluded. Spacious sites. Firewood available. No facilities. Quiet," states Fern B. in their review of this primitive camping option.
Clean facilities: Visitors appreciate the maintenance at Martinak State Park Campground, located about 25 minutes from Seaford. "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M.
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Redden State Forest now requires advance planning. "This is no longer a first come, first served campground. Reservations must be made in advance at bookyoursite.com, only 3 days consecutive allowed," explains BA K., adding that vehicles over 25 feet are prohibited.
Beach access timing: At Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, beach use varies seasonally. "The campground is split into two sides of the river. The larger one that we stayed at had a life guarded beach. The beach on the other side had no lifeguard, but dogs were allowed on that beach," reports Gayle B.
Firewood policies: Many campgrounds restrict outside firewood. "Bathhouses are located in the A and C loops plus additional ones by the tent camping area. All seemed to be reasonably clean and were cleaned on a rolling basis, starting at 10 am for the A loop," notes a visitor to Killens Pond State Park.
Tips for Camping with Families
Playground access: Consider sites near play areas when booking with children. "If you have kiddos, try and get a site in Loop A – there is a nice and educational play area (plus a game I'd never heard of– Gaga ball). There is an additional playground in the day-use area, plus a volleyball net," recommends Lee D. about Trap Pond.
Kid-friendly water features: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park provides extensive water recreation. "My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides," reports Anthony V.
Nature programs: Many pet friendly campgrounds near Seaford offer educational activities. "They have a lot of ranger-led events that night that I was able to partake in (a hay ride for a small fee, and a night hike that was free). They were both enjoyable, and everyone that worked there that I encountered was very pleasant," shares Ashlee L. about Killens Pond.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: When bringing larger rigs, research carefully. "We visited off season (early April) and absolutely loved it. The location was great and the beaches are quiet. I hear it gets packed and I see that it's hard to book if you don't book early," advises Chris G. about Cape Henlopen.
Utility connections: Check hookup availability and location. "Sites are fairly spacious and have an interesting semi-circle pull through layout so backing in not required. They are not level and have a sandy base so it took a bit of work to finally get the rig level, even with auto-levelers," explains Jim G. about his experience at Trap Pond.
Cell service considerations: Connectivity varies across campgrounds. "Cell service (T-Mobile) was spotty at times, bathhouses were fine, and the ranger was on patrol regularly. We felt very safe!" notes Shanna S. about Martinak State Park, an important factor for remote workers camping with pets near Seaford.
